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Visitor tip
Enroll children in the Army Aviation STEAM Camp programs (offered June 30 and July 7, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm) for hands-on educational experiences designed for all ages that go beyond typical museum viewing.
Best time
Check the museum's event calendar and avoid visiting on all federal holidays when the museum is closed. Consider visiting during special events like Army Birthday Bash or TSF Open House (June 27) for enhanced experiences.
About Army Aviation Museum Foundation
Large collection of military aircraft. Museum, set on Fort Rucker, exhibiting restored military aircraft, including many Army helicopters.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Aviation Museum
- Location
- Fort Rucker, Alabama
- Admission
- Free
- Highlights
- 160+ aircraft, largest helicopter collections in the world
- Hours
- Tue-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm
What visitors say
We had a brand triple visit at the Museum. There are early American and British airplanes and many helicopters. This is a really good place to visit if you have any interest in aviation. Entrance is free to the public. You have to…
First visited the Army Aviation museum in 1991, and I think the last time I was there was in 1995. This year was the first time I had been back and obviously there are a few new exhibits now in 2026. Everything still looks great, and…
A VERY cool and classy aviation museum! Non military public must enter through the Daleville entrance and get a pass to enter the base first. A valid current US ID (Star ID, Passport, etc) is necessary.
From 1,617 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- Houses one of the largest helicopter collections in the world, featuring over 160 aircraft including a replica of the Wright Brothers' B-Model Military Flyer
- Offers completely free admission to the public, making it an accessible educational resource for all ages
- Operates Army Aviation STEAM Camp programs providing interactive, hands-on educational experiences for visitors of all ages
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